App Review Help
App Review After submitting for review Track a submission's review status
Track a submission's review status
App Review works around the clock with the goal of reviewing at least 50% of submissions in less than 24 hours and 90% in less than 48 hours. While updates with minor changes and bug fixes typically move through review quickly, other submissions may take longer to verify.
Check your submission status
You can check the status of a submission at any time by visiting the App Review section of App Store Connect. Track the status of all your submitted items in one place, including your app versions, In-App Purchases, custom product pages, and more.
Your submission will display one of several statuses during the review process, including:
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Waiting for Review: Apple received your submission, but review hasn't started. You can still edit certain information or remove items from the submission, though you can't upload or edit screenshots and app previews.
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In Review: App Review is reviewing your submission. You can cancel the submission to remove it from review.
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Unresolved Issues: App Review identified issues with one or more items in the submission.
For the full list of app, submission, and item statuses, see App and submission statuses.
You can also set up webhooks to receive automatic server notifications whenever a submission's status changes.
When to resubmit for review
In general, reserve resubmissions for changes that require a new review.
It's not necessary to resubmit when:
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App Review requested more information and there are no other issues to resolve. Instead, you can reply directly to the message in App Store Connect. Resubmitting starts a new review, after which App Review can no longer reply to your previous message.
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Issues can be resolved by revising metadata or making server-side adjustments, such as providing or activating demo credentials. Reply to App Review in App Store Connect once the required changes have been made.
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You've been offered and want to accept approval for a Bug Fix Submission. Reply to the message to accept the offer without resubmitting. Learn more about accepting Bug Fix Submission offers.
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You're appealing a rejection or removal to the App Review Board. Resubmitting will initiate a new review and the appeal will be closed. Learn more about appealing to the App Review Board.
It's appropriate to resubmit when:
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The submission is rejected for an issue in the build and you've fixed it. Upload the new build and submit that version. This starts a full review of the new build.
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Some items in the submission were rejected, others were accepted, and you want to move ahead with approval on the accepted items. Remove the rejected items and resubmit.
Note: Don't resubmit until you've resolved every issue identified by App Review. Resubmitting with unresolved issues delays review and results in the same outcome. If you have questions about how to resolve an issue, contact App Review for help with a submission.
Why some reviews take longer
Most submissions are reviewed within 48 hours. Some may require additional time for verification, including:
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Documentation review: When App Review must request and verify supporting materials, such as authorizations, licenses, or partnership agreements, before approving a submission.
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Complex or novel issues: When apps include regulated content, new platform capabilities, enabled entitlements, or other sensitive features that require greater scrutiny.
To help reduce review time, attach all required documentation in the App Review Information section before submitting. Learn more about providing information for a complete review.
When fraud or malicious activity is detected
To protect the App Store's high standards for privacy, security, and quality, App Review has a zero-tolerance policy for fraudulent or malicious activity. App Review investigates all reported or identified conduct that falls outside the Developer Code of Conduct, which requires accurate representation and integrity across the app ecosystem. An investigation can extend a submission's review. Examples include:
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Misrepresented developer identity or impersonation, such as providing inauthentic documentation. (Guidelines 4.1 and 5.6.2)
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Manipulation of the App Store experience, including gaming charts, search results, reviews, or referrals, or attempting to hide features in review. (Guidelines 2.3.1(a) and 5.6.3)
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Submitting low-quality apps, as indicated by excessive customer reports such as negative customer reviews and high-volume refund requests. (Guidelines 4.3 and 5.6.4)
When these signals appear, App Review investigates thoroughly. Repeated or serious violations can lead to additional rejections, app removals, and removal of your account from the Apple Developer Program.